Clissa Martin: Turquoise , Bear w/shell & jet bumblebee Gilbert Lonjose A bear carved of fossil

A bear carved of fossil

The impressive attention to detail is evident in every curve and line

the beautiful abalone shell with turquoise and coral bundle wrapped with heishe signifies the healing properties of the bear

Mama bear is here to offer a gift of love

the way the bear was captured mid-step added an element of motion to the sculpture

Clissa Martin: Turquoise , Bear w/shell & jet bumblebee Gilbert Lonjose A bear carved of fossilMar tin Bear (Anshe): Bear was the principal animal for the Pueblo People and they are the most prevalent subject of Zuni fetishes. Bear fetishes are used for healing, protection, strength, journeying, mothering, hunting and gathering. Bear hibernation reminds us of the value of going within. Dimensions: Length 1 3 4" X Width 1" X Height 1"